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What is the ratio for shortening in stead of lard when making bread?
Shortening is the same as lard, so the ratio is 1:1.
What can you substitue for butter flavored shortening?
I normally replace with half shortening and half butter. It works fine.
Can you use shortening in place of lard?
No. Lard is animal fat and shortening is vegetable oil that has been hydrogenated.
What can you substitute for one quarter cup margarine or butter in a dumpling recipe?
Shortening or lard could be substituted without any major change in the recipe.
What is the different between lard and shortening?
Lard is the rendered fat of hogs. Shortening is any fat product typically a mixture of different fats.
Do Con Agra banquet apple pies have pork in the shortening?
Yes, they should list the "shortening" as LARD. Messed up they couldn't use Veggie Oil.
Can you substitute oil for shortening on pie crust?
No, pie crust is one of the things that has to use a solid shortening.
Can shortening be used in place of lard?
usually, yes. In fact, lard really makes some pastries taste so much better. However, lard is animal fat and therefore, not healthy. If you use it rarely, then enjoy the better taste, but if you cook with it routinely, switch to shortening.
Can you substitute shortening for lard?
Yes, you can substitute shortening for lard in most recipes, as both are fats used for similar purposes in baking and cooking. However, the flavor and texture might differ slightly, since lard has a distinct taste and can produce a flakier texture in pastries. When substituting, use the same amount of shortening as lard, but consider that shortening is 100% fat, while lard may contain some water content. Adjust the recipe accordingly if necessary.
What is similar to lard and is healthier?
vegetable shortening (CRISCO)
What is animal shortening?
Butter It can be lard from a pig, which can be used as butter.
What is the fat used for pie crusts?
Lard, shortening, butter
